The Edwards 280A-PL is a white plastic reversible mounting plate for the 280B series heat detectors. First, the plate attaches to a standard North American 3-1/2-inch or 4-inch octagon box. Then, the 280B heat sensor locks in place with a twist. As a result, surface or flush installation works equally well from one part number.
Specifically, the 280A-PL ships as standard equipment with every 280B series heat sensor. Therefore, the 280A-PL is the replacement part when an original plate is lost, damaged, or repurposed. In addition, the plate is reversible so the same part handles both surface and semi-flush orientations.
Edwards 280A-PL features
The plate includes a tamper-resistant locking finger. Furthermore, the finger holds the heat detector firmly against casual removal. However, a service technician can release the finger with a screwdriver in seconds, which keeps planned head replacement quick. Also, the reduced theft and tamper exposure suits unattended occupancies such as schools, hotel corridors, and storage areas.
Verified specifications
- Material: white plastic
- Length: approximately 5 inches
- Depth: approximately 1/4 inch
- Box compatibility: 3-1/2-inch or 4-inch octagon box (North American)
- Detector compatibility: Edwards 280B series heat sensors
- Mounting orientations: surface or semi-flush (reversible)
- Tamper feature: locking finger releasable with a screwdriver
The 280A-PL is a passive accessory, so it carries no standalone UL listing. However, the parent 280B heat detector’s UL 521 listing remains valid when paired with the OEM mounting plate. As a result, using the factory 280A-PL keeps the installed sensor compliant.
For more information, contact the Life Safety Consultants team at (888) 557-0558, or email us at: sales@lifesafetycom.com
Additional information
| Weight | 0.25 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5 × 5 × 1 in |
| Condition | New |
| Manufacturers | Edwards |
| Part Type | Heat Detector |







